Comments on: Mother’s Day Blues

By: Nina

Nina — Wed, 23 May 2007 09:58:17 +0000

Sue,
Thank you SO MUCH for having the courage to write that Mother’s Day isn’t always a Hallmark event. I lost my mom 3 years ago and my dad 9 months ago, so I haven’t felt like celebrating any event this year- compounded by living with a self-centered and non-communicative 15 year old son. My one wish is that, when he is an adult, he will come back- I’m not convinced at the moment, to tell you the truth!
Your newsletter is truly a Mother’s Day gift, all year long. Thank you!

By: kate frank

kate frank — Mon, 21 May 2007 18:21:02 +0000

Hi Sue, You never fail to touch my heart! Your words of wisdom, understanding and support are truly priceless and timeless. Thank you for recognising that life is NOT a Hallmark card. Ups and downs indeed…it does help to know we are not alone. It also helps me to keep my eye on the horizon, as you said, this is a marathon, not a sprint. I have recommended your book, etc, to so many people. Thanks from all of us, you have no idea how many and how much you have helped! Kate

By: Anna

Anna — Sat, 19 May 2007 00:30:02 +0000

Thanks for that. My daughter completely ignored the fact that it was mothers day and it was very hurtful for me since I do so much, maybe too much for her. My husband lost his mom last year and mother’s day is a painful reminder for him that she’s no longer with us. At least he had an excuse and I supported him in that. My daughter did not have any excuses. She’s just 14 and really going through the “its all about me stage”. So I felt very unappreciated and hurt that she couldn’t even make me a card. At her age, I was getting up early and making my mom breakfast in bed. By the end of the day, Iknow she felt guilty. Hopefully she’ll make it up to me next year. I don’t want any fancy presents, just a message of “I love you and appreciate you”, that’s all.